12 Month University Industrial Placement Student: Data Analysis Specialist

12 Month University Industrial Placement Student (UIPS): Data Analysis Specialist

Macclesfield , UK

£26,000 Base Salary, Bonus & Flexible Benefits

About AstraZeneca:

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-centred biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious disease. But we’re more than a global leading pharmaceutical company. At AstraZeneca, we‘re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and fuel your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society.

About the University Industrial Placement Student (UIPS) Programme:

Join a Truly Inclusive and Supportive International Team. 

As an AstraZeneca placement student, there is a huge network of support available to you. You’ll have a dedicated supervisor, a supportive early talent peer network, and a variety of Employee Resource Groups you can join.

We help and empower each other, and our supervisors are committed to providing you with all the guidance and support you need to build your skills, confidence and capabilities.

Whatever your background and experience, you'll be welcomed and encouraged to speak up, ask questions and share knowledge. You will be a valued part of an international team of truly supportive, collaborative and inclusive individuals.

Are you ready to explore this exciting next step in your career? Apply today!

About the Opportunity:

As an Undergraduate Placement Data Analysis Specialist, you will support our Decision Sciences team in tackling a variety of data challenges: from understanding data sources to helping unlock insights that drive business decisions. This placement is designed to help you consolidate your knowledge, apply theory from your studies to practical scenarios, and develop foundational skills for a career in data analysis.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll be actively involved in core aspects of our data analysis work, collaborating with experienced analysts and engineers to learn and contribute as part of a supportive team. Here’s what your placement will involve:

You’ll work closely with business users and technical teams to capture and clarify their data requirements. Through hands-on involvement, you’ll see how data can be structured and shaped to solve business problems and support scientific innovation.

You’ll get to profile data sets, examining their source, structure, and quality, and learn how we ensure that our data is reliable and compliant with relevant standards. Sometimes you’ll help with wrangling data: sourcing, extracting, and preparing it for use in models, reports, and insights. This is a fantastic opportunity to see the data lifecycle in action and learn best practices from experts.

You’ll support the engineering teams by helping test how well our data solutions work and participate in designing and checking data models that underpin vital analytics projects. Throughout, you’ll be involved in ensuring that our data flows securely and ethically, working with controls that keep us aligned with privacy and regulatory policies.

A highlight will be working directly with experienced data analysts, engineers, scientists, and IT professionals across various teams. They’ll mentor you, answer your questions, and help you connect classroom knowledge to company projects.

What You’ll Learn

• The real-world process of translating business needs into data solutions
• Techniques for profiling, managing, and preparing data for analysis

• How different teams in a global organisation collaborate on data projects
• Practical data governance, privacy, and compliance essentials
• Opportunities to use the latest data analysis tools and technologies

You’ll grow your confidence in applying what you’ve learned at university, and develop new skills in communication, teamwork, and professional practice. If you’re keen to understand how data is used to drive decision-making, innovation, and problem-solving in industry, this placement is a great next step.

Qualification, Skills & Experience

Required:

• Currently undertaking an undergraduate or integrated master’s degree studying Computer Science, Maths, Data Science, or a related subject with the opportunity to spend 1 year in industry starting in September 2026
• Good collaboration and teamworking skills
• Have a basic understanding of data analysis concepts
• Curiosity, a collaborative mindset, and a willingness to learn are vital

Applications Open: 1st September 2025

Applications Close: 28th September 2025

Assessment Day: TBC

Start Date: 7th September 2026

This position is a 12-month fixed term contract.

AstraZeneca is proud to be ranked as a Top 100 ‘Best Student Employer’ in the UK by RateMyPlacement. Browse our reviews here (link)

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

Date Posted

08-Sept-2025

Closing Date

28-Sept-2025

Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.